Childminder EY424175

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 October 2016 26 February 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has reviewed her safeguarding policy and procedure. This now clearly states her expectation of parents and visitors with regards to the safe use of mobile phones and cameras in her setting.  The childminder evaluates her practice and identifies her ongoing professional needs. She understands the importance of attending regular training to keep her own, and her assistant's knowledge up to date. For example, the childminder has undertaken training on managing children's behaviour and her assistant has attended the required paediatric first-aid training.  The childminder has a secure understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents. She gains comprehensive information about children's needs and development levels when they start with her. She visits children in their own home to enable them to begin to develop a relationship with her in their familiar environment.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder explains how she helps children to develop a healthy lifestyle. She understands the importance of providing nutritious food and regular physical exercise.  The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She suggests a range of strategies to promote children's learning through play and has a good range of resources available in her setting, both in her playroom and outdoors.  The childminder shows a good awareness of how to help children build positive relationships with others and be independent. She talks about the importance of visiting toddler groups to give children the opportunity to mix with wider groups of children and begin to understand the diversity of people.  The childminder has good knowledge of child protection procedures. She understands the correct procedures to follow should concerns arise, including any allegations against herself, her assistant or a household member.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will deliver the educational programmes and undertake observation, assessment and planning when caring for children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children, including the safeguarding policy.  The inspector viewed the areas of the house and garden to be used when caring for children and discussed the toys, resources and equipment that the childminder has available.  The inspector and childminder discussed how she will promote children's safety and welfare both in her home and on outings.  The inspector checked the evidence of the suitability of household members and the childminder's assistant.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY424175 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1065665 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 26 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Stevenage. She operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. She employs an assistant on a part-time basis.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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